Sussex Motorcycle Routes
Sussex possesses some of the most arresting scenery in the UK. From dynamic coastlines, rolling countryside and quaint country villages there’s plenty to keep your wandering eyes happy. Equally so, these gorgeous landscapes offer the perfect surroundings to relax and what better way to do that, then to go for a motorcycle ride.
For each and every rider there’s a route that they will turn to when they want to head out for that all important R&R. Each individual route is dictated by a number of different things; number of long straight roads, twisty bends and meandering corners, the scenery they’re passing (especially as there are place motorbikes can go that cars cannot,) and the quality of the road. Similarly it may be a case of finding a ride that’s suitable for their partners or less experienced bikers. Lots of things are important when choosing a route to explore so we’ve found four routes around Sussex that might entice you for a visit.
A283: Shoreham By Sea – Pulborough
Rural
23 kms
Moderate difficulty
• Corners: 4 ½ out of 5
• Straights: 2/5
• Scenery: 4/5
• Road Surface: 4/5
• Visibility: 3/5
• Hazards: 3/5
• Overall Rating: 4/5
Be cautious with your speed as the roads take a little getting used to. There aren’t many straights but there are lots of bends. Between Steyning Bypass and the Washington roundabout the bends can be quite nasty but making sure you’ve aware and cautious will help you through them. Sadly high fatalities along this stretch so take care but enjoy.
A285: Chichester – Petworth
Rural
18 kms
Moderated difficulty
• Corners: 4/5
• Straights: 3/5
• Scenery: 3 ½ out of 5
• Road Surface: 3 ½ out of 5
• Visibility: 3 1/5 out of 5
• Hazards: 3/5
• Overall Rating: 45
Chichester to Petworth offers some great fast straights, nice bends and some fun roads. There are, due to its rural nature, some surprise bends, which can catch you out. Mostly national speed limit but can get a little congested during rush hour. From Petworth you can head over to Billingshurst to continue the fun.
A29 : Billingshurst - Beares Green
Rural
21 kms
Moderated difficulty
• Corners: 4/5
• Straights: 4/5
• Scenery: 4/5
• Road Surface: 3 ½ out of 5
• Visibility: 3 ½ out of 5
• Hazards: 3/5
• Overall Rating: 4/5
There are lots of nice straights, some nice bendy roads and some fast turns. There are two bends that are practically blind but sign posted. The road can get quite busy but presents both up hill and down hill stretches.
Rye – Dungeness
Coastal
21 kms
Moderated difficulty
• Corners: 4/5
• Straights: 2/5
• Scenery: 2/5
• Road Surface: 3/5
• Visibility: 3/5
• Hazards: 3/5
• Overall Rating: 4/5
Good fast roads with some fantastic views. Rye to Dungeness via cumber sands avoids residential area and is great for just letting loose and enjoying the freedom.